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• 3 Reasons Value Stock Investors Will Love China Automotive Systems (CAAS) - Nasdaq

  09-12-2016 23:58 via nasdaq.com
  
  3 Reasons Value Stock Investors Will Love China Automotive Systems (CAAS)
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  Many investors like to look for value in stocks, but this can be very tough to define. There is great debate regarding which metrics are the best to focus on in this regard, and which are not really quality indicators of future performance. Fortunately ...and more »
  
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• Jay Leno and Jeff Dunham have 'stupid fun' in amphibious vehicles

  09-12-2016 23:25
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Videos,Technology,Convertible,TruckThe comedians' aquatic drag race ends in a photo finish.Continue reading Jay Leno and Jeff Dunham have 'stupid fun' in amphibious vehicles Jay Leno and Jeff Dunham have 'stupid fun' in amphibious vehicles originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 17:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volkswagen's Electrify America plan is a green-themed EV apology

  09-12-2016 22:59
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Volkswagen,Diesel,ElectricNo one told VW that taking recommendations from the Internet is a bad idea.Continue reading Volkswagen's Electrify America plan is a green-themed EV apology Volkswagen's Electrify America plan is a green-themed EV apology originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:59:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Gift yourself Sung Kang's Fugu Z for just $1.09 this holiday season

  09-12-2016 22:30
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Toys/Games,Nissan,Coupe,Classics,PerformanceIt might be a bit smaller than you remember.Continue reading Gift yourself Sung Kang's Fugu Z for just $1.09 this holiday season Gift yourself Sung Kang's Fugu Z for just $1.09 this holiday season originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volkswagen Group leads automotive spending on advertising - Automotive News (subscription) (blog)

  09-12-2016 22:19 via autonews.com
  
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  Volkswagen Group led automotive spending on Advertising Age's 2016 list of the top 100 advertisement spenders worldwide. Fifteen automakers and tire maker Bridgestone Corp. constituted the automotive category on the World's Largest Advertisers list.
  
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• Futuristic Chinese bus concept looks to be dead

  09-12-2016 22:01
  
  Filed under:Videos,Autoblog Minute,Auto News RecapsIs China's futuristic bus concept dead? Shanghaiist reports that the production concept is sitting in a storage facility gathering dust.Continue reading Futuristic Chinese bus concept looks to be dead Futuristic Chinese bus concept looks to be dead originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Volkswagen Group leads automotive spending on advertising

  09-12-2016 21:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Volkswagen Group led automotive spending on Advertising Age's 2016 list of the top 100 advertisement spenders worldwide.
  
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• Detroit wants to maintain control of technological advances

  09-12-2016 21:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Detroit is willing to let Silicon Valley into the car, but it's not ready to hand over the keys.
  
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• The Fate of the Furious shows snowy explosions, Charlize Theron in new teaser

  09-12-2016 21:30
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/Movies,VideosDominic Toretto scowls and Roman Pearce clotheslines a snowmobiler. In other words, typical Fast and Furious fare.Continue reading The Fate of the Furious shows snowy explosions, Charlize Theron in new teaser The Fate of the Furious shows snowy explosions, Charlize Theron in new teaser originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ride along in the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor as we blast through the desert

  09-12-2016 21:20
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,TV/Movies,VideosWe just drove the all-new Raptor, which packs 450 hp and incredible offroad chops. Watch this video review of the truck in action in the California desert.Continue reading Ride along in the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor as we blast through the desert Ride along in the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor as we blast through the desert originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |
  
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• Michigan legalizes sales of driverless car, clears path for AI ride-hailing services

  09-12-2016 21:02
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Green,Technology,AutonomousMichigan's government is setting the trend for autonomous vehicle legislation with progressive new legislation.Continue reading Michigan legalizes sales of driverless car, clears path for AI ride-hailing services Michigan legalizes sales of driverless car, clears path for AI ride-hailing services originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:02:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |&n
  
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• The legendary Aston Martin DB4 GT is reborn

  09-12-2016 21:00
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Aston Martin,Automotive History,Coupe,Luxury,RacingAn Aston great returns for an encore.Continue reading The legendary Aston Martin DB4 GT is reborn The legendary Aston Martin DB4 GT is reborn originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Average U.S. fuel economy holds steady in November

  09-12-2016 20:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The average fuel economy for new cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. remained unchanged in November as an increasing number of light trucks were sold in comparison to cars, the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute said today.
  
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• Ford Performance Shelby FP350S is the latest track-ready Mustang

  09-12-2016 20:47
  
  Filed under:Misc,Motorsports,Ford,Coupe,Performance,SpecialtyThe 5.2-liter Voodoo V8 still beats within.Continue reading Ford Performance Shelby FP350S is the latest track-ready Mustang Ford Performance Shelby FP350S is the latest track-ready Mustang originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 14:47:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• U.S. seeks to expedite Takata airbag replacements

  09-12-2016 20:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  The U.S. Department of Transportation today said it will press the auto industry to accelerate the pace of replacements for defective Takata airbag inflators and signaled a likely widening of the industry's largest ever recall.
  
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• Fiat Chrysler plans to reveal full electric Pacifica at CES, report says

  09-12-2016 20:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Fiat Chrysler plans to reveal a fully electric vehicle based on the Chrysler Pacifica minivan at CES in Las Vegas next month as the carmaker moves to get in step with the industry's shift toward electric vehicles, people familiar with the...
  
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• Honda will try to break FWD 'Ring record with 2017 Civic Type R

  09-12-2016 20:01
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,HondaCan Honda do it in less than 7.50 minutes?Continue reading Honda will try to break FWD 'Ring record with 2017 Civic Type R Honda will try to break FWD 'Ring record with 2017 Civic Type R originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 14:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Raiders of the lost apex: The Bill Thomas Cheetah

  09-12-2016 19:45
  
  Filed under:Open RoadAutomotive archaeology is filled with legendary tales of valor. The tale of the Cheetah undeniably deserves further study.Continue reading Raiders of the lost apex: The Bill Thomas Cheetah Raiders of the lost apex: The Bill Thomas Cheetah originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 13:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Market of Automotive Service Centers in Russia 2016 - Research ... - Business Wire (press release)

  09-12-2016 19:29 via businesswire.com
  
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  Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Market of Automotive Service Centers in Russia" report to their offering. This repor.and more »
  
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• Order your new Alpine now and get it at the end of 2017

  09-12-2016 19:15
  
  Filed under:Renault,Europe,Japan,Coupe,PerformanceSupplies are limited!Continue reading Order your new Alpine now and get it at the end of 2017 Order your new Alpine now and get it at the end of 2017 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 13:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Former Mitsubishi plant in Ill. may house startup automaker

  09-12-2016 18:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The former Mitsubishi assembly plant in Normal, Ill., soon could be purchased by little-known startup automotive firm Rivian Automotive.
  
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• Rivian Automotive to acquire shuttered Illinois plant: mayor - Reuters

  09-12-2016 17:50 via reuters.com
  
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  Suburban Detroit-based Rivian Automotive is buying the former Mitsubishi Motors plant in Normal, Illinois, and plans to reopen it in about five years, the city's mayor said on Friday. Mayor Chris Koos told Reuters that Rivian would employ about 500 ...
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• National Insurance Crime Bureau investigates 'mystery device' used to hack cars

  09-12-2016 17:48
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Ownership,Weird Car News,Driving,Safety,Emerging Technologies,GadgetsCar hacking criminal techniques exposed.Continue reading National Insurance Crime Bureau investigates 'mystery device' used to hack cars National Insurance Crime Bureau investigates 'mystery device' used to hack cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 11:48:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Automotive E-tailing Market Worth 49.07 Billion USD by 2021 - MarketWatch

  09-12-2016 17:33 via marketwatch.com
  
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  Automotive E-tailing Market Worth 49.07 Billion USD by 2021
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  The report"Automotive E-tailing Market [http://www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/automotive-e-tailing-market-50123881.html ] by Vehicle Type, Vendor (OEM and Third Party), Product Label (Branded and Counterfeit), Components (Infotainment, ...
  Automotive Remote diagnostics Market expected to post a growth rate of about 1690% CAGR - In depth Research ReportIT Business Netall 397 news articles &r
  
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• Lucid Motors partners with Samsung for next-gen battery tech

  09-12-2016 17:31
  
  Filed under:Green,Green Automakers,Electric,FutureThe executive sedan is slated for production in two years.Continue reading Lucid Motors partners with Samsung for next-gen battery tech Lucid Motors partners with Samsung for next-gen battery tech originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 11:31:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global Automotive Wiring Harness Market Growth at 6% CAGR by ... - PR Newswire UK (press release)

  09-12-2016 17:16 via prnewswire.co.uk
  
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  DUBLIN, Dec 9, 2016 /PR Newswire UK/ -- Global Automotive Wiring Harness Market Growth at 6% CAGR by 2020 with Lear, Leoni & Yazaki Dominating ...and more »
  
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• The Grand Tour's gag-laden fourth episode actually works | Episode Review

  09-12-2016 17:15
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Humor,TV/MoviesThis is the best parts of The Grand Tour's last two episodes, combined into a jaunt through the Welsh countryside.Continue reading The Grand Tour's gag-laden fourth episode actually works | Episode Review The Grand Tour's gag-laden fourth episode actually works | Episode Review originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 11:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• More powerful Lamborghini Aventador S teased for 2017

  09-12-2016 17:15
  
  Italian supercar brand poised to facelift its halo model with a tweaked V12 engine 2016-12-13 08:45 Lamborghini has released a cryptic teaser trailer hinting that a new flagship V12 model from the Italian supercar brand is on the horizon.
  The 40 second clip runs through the company’s rich history of flamboyant V12 powered supercars, starting in 1963 with the 350 GT. The front-engined Grand Tourer was the firm’s first production car, and was swiftly followed up by the mid-engined Miu
  
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• 2017 Lamborghini Aventador S to blast in with more power

  09-12-2016 17:15
  
  2017 updates to Aventador range will see supercar receive a facelift and a new model 2016-12-09 16:15 Lamborghini will grow its Aventador range by one in 2017, with the addition of a more powerful Aventador S model.
  We’ve spotted a trademark application for the Aventador S name and badge, confirming the new model is in the pipeline. We’ve also got spy shots of a disguised, aggressive looking new Aventador model testing on the Nurburgring, suggesting a reveal isn’t far away.
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• New Land Rover Discovery 2017 off-road review

  09-12-2016 17:06
  
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  Image 1 of 44 12 Dec, 2016 (All day)James Disdale
  We take the all-new Land Rover Discovery off-road to test its handling over rough terrainLand Rover is on a roll. Its Discovery Sport is selling like hot cakes, and the Range Rover flagship has taken on – and beaten – the Bentley Bentayga, so the pressure is on for the all-new Discovery to continue the success story.
  There’s certainly no denying the imposing Discovery has some big boots to fill. Over the past three
  
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• EC launches emissions action against seven States

  09-12-2016 17:03
  
  Brussels is to take action against seven Member States on the grounds they have "failed to fulfil their obligations" concerning European Union (EC) vehicle type approval legislation.
  
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• Michigan governor signs bill allowing self-driving cars on public roads

  09-12-2016 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Automakers and tech companies will be able to develop, test and sell autonomous vehicles in Michigan, per legislation Gov. Rick Snyder signed into law today.
  
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• Just add power | 2017 Subaru Impreza First Drive

  09-12-2016 17:00
  
  Filed under:Subaru,First Drives,Hatchback,SedanA good compact car improved in almost every way. But about that engine...Continue reading Just add power | 2017 Subaru Impreza First Drive Just add power | 2017 Subaru Impreza First Drive originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 11:00:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ex-Dividend Reminder: Leggett & Platt, Service Corp. International and Sonic Automotive - Nasdaq

  09-12-2016 16:59 via nasdaq.com
  
  Ex-Dividend Reminder: Leggett & Platt, Service Corp. International and Sonic Automotive
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  Looking at the universe of stocks we cover at Dividend Channel , on 12/13/16, Leggett & Platt, Inc. (Symbol: LEG), Service Corp. International (Symbol: SCI), and Sonic Automotive, Inc. (Symbol: SAH) will all trade ex-dividend for their respective ...and more »
  
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• Renault Kangoo Z.E. electric van gets battery boost for 124-mile range

  09-12-2016 16:54
  
  A real world range of 124 miles is claimed for the upgraded Renault Kangoo Z.E. electric van thanks to new battery tech. 2016-12-09 15:40 Following on from upgrades to the motor and battery tech on its ZOE electric car, Renault has announced similar measures to up the range of its Kangoo Z.E. electric van.
  The new version of the Kangoo Z.E. is set to be revealed at January's 2017 European Motor Show in Brussels, Belgium, equipped with the Z.E.40 battery that debuted in the ZOE at the 2016 Paris
  
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• 'Can opener' bridge claims its 112th victim, despite new warning lights and safety measures

  09-12-2016 16:44
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Driving,SafetyYou can't say the drivers weren't warned about it.Continue reading 'Can opener' bridge claims its 112th victim, despite new warning lights and safety measures 'Can opener' bridge claims its 112th victim, despite new warning lights and safety measures originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 10:44:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• 2022 Renault Kangoo and electric Kangoo E-Tech pricing revealed

  09-12-2016 16:40
  £22,225 starting price for Renault Kangoo van, while E-Tech EV costs from £33,055
  
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• Trump might pick former Ford CEO Alan Mullaly for Secretary of State, despite distaste for Ford

  09-12-2016 16:20
  
  Filed under:Celebrities,Government/Legal,Ford,United StatesAlthough Donald Trump has taken issue with both Ford Motor Company and Boeing in the past year, the President-elect apparently has no problem with adding the former CEO of both companies to his cabinet. According to Bloomberg, Trump's campaign manager, Kellyanne Conway, said Trump and Mulally met on Thursday to discuss the possibility of Mulally becoming secretary of state.Bloomberg also reports that Mulally is one of two former or curre
  
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• Junkyard Gem: 1983 Datsun Maxima, with tiny phonograph player

  09-12-2016 16:15
  
  Filed under:Automakers,Foreign Makes,Etc.,Nissan,Automotive HistoryThis high-tech luxury machine, now in a California wrecking yard, is historically interesting for several reasons.Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1983 Datsun Maxima, with tiny phonograph player Junkyard Gem: 1983 Datsun Maxima, with tiny phonograph player originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 10:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Global OLED Automotive Market Report 2016 - Research and ... - Business Wire (press release)

  09-12-2016 16:00 via businesswire.com
  
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  Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "OLED Automotive Market Report" report to their offering. This OLED Automotive market.and more »
  
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• Man escapes attempted carjacking and catches the incident on his dashcam

  09-12-2016 15:31
  
  Filed under:Etc.,Weird Car News,ChryslerAn alert, quick-thinking driver avoided a potentially dangerous situation this week in New Mexico when he evaded and attempted car jacking.Continue reading Man escapes attempted carjacking and catches the incident on his dashcam Man escapes attempted carjacking and catches the incident on his dashcam originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 09:31:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Mercedes-AMG GT-R blisters the Nurburgring in 7:10.9

  09-12-2016 15:30
  
  Filed under:Vehicle Type,Videos,Mercedes-Benz,Supercars,VideoThe AMG GT-R is faster than a McLaren F1 prototype, according to this test.Continue reading Mercedes-AMG GT-R blisters the Nurburgring in 7:10.9 Mercedes-AMG GT-R blisters the Nurburgring in 7:10.9 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 09 Dec 2016 09:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
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• Ex-Ford boss Mulally in mix for secretary of state, Trump adviser says

  09-12-2016 15:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  President-elect Donald Trump's short list for secretary of state has grown, with former Ford CEO Alan Mulally now under consideration for the job as the nation's top diplomat, a top adviser said today.
  
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• New Dacia Duster 2017 facelift review

  09-12-2016 13:55
  
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  Just like the rest of the Dacia range, the Duster has been facelifted. We test it out with the brand's new dual-clutch automatic gearboxAlong with the rest of the Dacia range, the Duster SUV has been updated for 2017. The changes here are much more limited than on the other cars, though, with a new automatic gearbox being the key addition to the line-up.
  By way of an explanation for its move to add an auto, Dacia cites rising sales of aut
  
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• New Dacia Sandero 2017 facelift review

  09-12-2016 13:42
  
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  Image 1 of 15 11 Dec, 2016 8:00amSam Naylor
  The Dacia Sandero has been facelifted for 2017 with extra kit and a new engine, but have the updates resulted in an improvement?Dacia has updated its entire range, with the new set of cars getting a handful of small changes to the styling but also a brand new engine: a 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol that sits in the entry-level models, replacing the old 1.2-litre unit.
  The super-affordable £5,995 Sandero Access model is available i
  
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• Vietnam market expands by 26% in November - just-auto.com (subscription)

  09-12-2016 13:38 via just-auto.com
  
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  New vehicle sales in Vietnam increased by 25.7% to 26,295 units in November, from 20,922 units a year earlier, according to data released by the Vietnam Automotive Manufacturers Association (VAMA). The data did not include some imported models, ...
  
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• Vietnam market expands by 26% in November 

  09-12-2016 13:33
  
  New vehicle sales in Vietnam increased by 25.7% to 26,295 units in November, from 20,922 units a year earlier, according to data released by the Vietnam Automotive Manufacturers Association (VAMA).
  
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• The Most and Least Reliable Automotive Brands - DesignNews

  09-12-2016 13:07 via designnews.com
  
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  Based on owner responses, Ram trucks were named the least reliable brand by Consumer Reports. Brand name reliability scores were based on data from more than half a million vehicles, including 300 models from 2000 to 2016. The Ram 1500 (shown ...and more »
  
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• South Korea import sales fall 16% in November due to VW-Audi fall-out

  09-12-2016 13:03
  
  Sales of imported vehicles in South Korea continued to decline in November, by 15.8% to 19,361 units from 22,991 units a year earlier, according to data released by the Korea Automobile Importers and Distributors Association.
  
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• Renault's magic Faurecia seats - the week

  09-12-2016 13:02
  Our story about Renault's redesigned Scenic MPV (aka minivan, people carrier, etc, etc) with magic Faurecia seats drew a lot of just-auto readers' eyeballs this week. Having specialised for decades in trying to catch out PRs 'first in the auto world' claims, I was at first cynical.
  
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